When you turn on your Windows 8.1 computer, it will go to the "Lock Screen" and you will need to touch, click or press a key to go to the logon screen.
You, me and many other users will probably want the computer simply go straight to the login screen instead.
This tutorial will show you some methods to get rid of the lock screen of Windows 8.1.

Note: You must be logged on to Windows 8.1 as an administrator in order to perform these steps below.

METHOD 1: Using the Group Policy EditorNote: This method is onlyavailable in Windows 8.1 Pro and Enterprise edition.

Step 1: Press the
+ R key to open the Run dialog box.

Step 2: Type in gpedit.msc > press Enter to open Local Group Policy Editor

Step 3: In the left pane, navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates> Control Panel> Personalization.

Step 4: On the right pane of Personalization, double click on Do not display the lock screen

Step 5: Select Enabled then click on the OK button and close the Group Policy Editor.

METHOD 2: Using Registry TweaksStep 1: Press the
+ R key to open the Run dialog box.